https://www.nsvrc.org/blogs/saam/what-difference-can-one-person-make-effort-end-sexual-violence
Apr 13, 2018
By Carol May, Communications Intern for NSVRC
A lot.
One person can make a tremendous difference, and countless people are making a difference, all over the country, every day.
I might have answered that question more cynically a few weeks ago. As an intern at the NSVRC, I come across countless news articles, facts and figures, and survivor stories, all of which demonstrate how commonplace sexual violence is in our society. The flood of information can make it feel like sexual violence might be impossible to bring to an end, given its prevalence.
One internship project I’ve been working
https://www.nsvrc.org/blogs/what-you-should-know-key-considerations-cosby-trial
Apr 12, 2018
The National Sexual Violence Resource Center is on-site as the Bill Cosby trial progresses to provide insight and expertise in response to key statements made during the courtroom proceedings.
For more information or to discuss any of the comments below in more depth, contact media@nsvrc.org or Joseph Diebold at jdiebold@gpg.com or (202) 481-8724.
Key observations:
During cross-examination of the victims who have taken the stand, defense attorneys Tom Mesereau and Kathleen Bliss noted the differences in details between police reports and victims' accounts of their experiences.
What you
https://www.nsvrc.org/blogs/press-releases/national-sexual-violence-resource-center-recognizes-leaders-sexual-violence
Apr 11, 2018
April 11, 2018
Laura Palumbo, Communications Director
National Sexual Violence Resource Center
877-739-3895, ext. 128; lpalumbo@nsvrc.org
PRESS RELEASE: FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
National Sexual Violence Resource Center Recognizes Leaders in Sexual Violence Prevention With 2018 Visionary Voice Awards
Recipients include #MeToo creator Tarana Burke, Nevada State Senator Patricia Spearman, Connecticut State Senator Mae Flexer
Harrisburg
https://www.nsvrc.org/blogs/press-releases/yolanda-edrington-announced-new-nsvrc-director
Apr 10, 2018
Harrisburg, Pa. – The National Sexual Violence Resource Center announced that Yolanda Edrington will be the new Chief Operating Officer serving as the leading nonprofit’s Director. Edrington will replace former NSVRC Director Karen Baker, who was recently named the Chief Executive Officer of PCAR/NSVRC.
Formerly NSVRC’s Associate Director, Edrington has served as the organization’s Interim Director since Baker took the helm of PCAR/NSVRC as CEO. Prior to joining NSVRC, Edrington had over 15 years of experience in leadership and community engagement from organizations including Hamilton
https://www.nsvrc.org/blogs/sexual-violence-experts-site-cosby-trial-pennsylvania-beginning-mon-april-9
Apr 09, 2018
April 9, 2018
CONTACT:
Kristen Houser, Chief Public Affairs Officer
National Sexual Violence Resource Center
814-933-9960khouser@nsvrc.org
Laura Palumbo, Communications Director
National Sexual Violence Resource Center
201-725-3690lpalumbo@nsvrc.org
Note: If you are unable to reach Kristen or Laura, please contact Joseph Diebold at 202-481-8724 or jdiebold@gpg.com.
***MEDIA ADVISORY***
Sexual Violence Experts on Site at Cosby Trial
https://www.nsvrc.org/es/blogs/recursos-nuevos-para-el-saam
Apr 05, 2018
Por: Carol May
En los Estados Unidos, abril ha sido designado Mes de Concientización contra la Agresión Sexual (SAAM, por sus siglas en inglés). Durante SAAM, los activistas generan conciencia pública sobre la prevención de la agresión sexual para y en sus comunidades.
La campaña este año enfoque en empoderamiento y derechos del cuerpo para desafiar actitudes y comportamientos dañinos y crear una cultura de respeto. Esta campaña fue creado por empleados de NSVRC que son bilingües y biculturales. Querían crear algo único para su comunidad que habla de la tema de agresión sexual. Es un tema
https://www.nsvrc.org/blogs/preventionista/mapping-prevention
Mar 30, 2018
Evaluation is key component of successful prevention programs – it helps us know what is working, what we should change, and can help us track how we got to where we are now. Okay, I can practically hear people tuning out right now. Don’t do it, though – stay with me!
I do a lot of trainings in my work, and there are always a lot of eye rolls and sighs when program evaluation comes up. I get it – evaluation can feel tedious, like it’s not getting you the information you want or need, and like it’s taking time away from your actual prevention work. This is why I’m so happy to tell you about
https://www.nsvrc.org/blogs/transgender-day-visibility-2018-reflections-and-messages-hope
Mar 30, 2018
As we honor Transgender Day of Visibility on March 31st, we are delighted to highlight the work being done to uplift trans people, thanks to these courageous leaders:
LaLa Zannell, Pronouns: Goddess/Queen/Sister/Beloved
East Coast Leadership of Trans Women of Color Collective
Tell us a little about yourself and your work toward trans visibility?
I am a gifted public speaker and speechwriter who speaks out on issues related to the disproportionate violence that Trans and gender non-conforming people of color face. I spoke at the White House for the first Women’s History Month
https://www.nsvrc.org/blogs/connecting-sexual-violence-and-addiction-may-be-crucial-addressing-opioid-epidemic
Mar 29, 2018
Opioids (including prescription opioids, heroin, and fentanyl) killed more than 42,000 people in 2016, more than any year on record. New information from CDC is helping address opioid addiction even more clearly. As we consider this information and develop strategies to address the rise in overdoses, it’s also critical that we understand the connection between addiction and sexual violence.
Rise in Opioid Overdoses
The Centers for Disease Control (CDC) released the latest Vital Signs about opioid overdoses treated in emergency departments. The CDC’s National Syndromic Surveillance
https://www.nsvrc.org/blogs/library/persistence-power
Mar 27, 2018
March seems to be a bear this year, bringing with it continuous snow in the East. I stand hopeful for signs of new sprouting things and the onset of all things green! March also gives us the opportunity to celebrate Women’s History Month. As someone who majored in history and who works in the movement, I love women’s history! It’s uplifting to me to read and learn about the courage of those who risked their lives and those who continue to work hard so that women are able to achieve whatever is possible. It’s also encouraging to know that the Respect Together libraries hold some fantastic
